Can you lay flat after shoulder surgery?

Avoid sleeping flat on your back. Bolstering yourself up in your bed with several pillows or with a 45 degree wedge that you can purchase at a medical supply store will help you rest. Often, patients have to sleep with an incline for 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.

Why can’t you lay down after shoulder surgery?

Even if you wear a hand sling on the bed, don’t sleep on the shoulder that has surgery because compression can cause pain and inflammation that can wake you up.

When can you lay flat after shoulder surgery?

Sleep in a Reclined Position As your pain subsides and your shoulder heals, you can slowly lower yourself deeper into a horizontal position until it’s finally comfortable again. You will most likely need to sleep in a semi-reclined position for at least six weeks after surgery, sometimes longer.

How long are you immobile after shoulder surgery?

Shoulder surgery recovery timeline Your arm will be placed in a sling to keep it immobilized during the healing process, which takes approximately four to six weeks. This can make some daily activities difficult, but you must wear your sling as instructed by your surgeon.

How bad does shoulder surgery hurt?

You will not feel anything. The anesthesiologist may also administer a nerve block, which will numb the shoulder. Nerve blocks last after you wake up, so you will likely feel very little pain when you first wake up from the surgery.

How do you sleep after arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

How Should I Sleep After Shoulder Arthroscopy?

Recline. Attempting to sleep flat on your back is usually one of the most uncomfortable positions after receiving arthroscopic surgery.
Take Approved Medication Before Bed.
Wear a Sling.
Invest in a Cold or Ice Therapy Unit for Shoulders.

How long does it take to recover from arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

Most people need 6 weeks or longer to recover. How much time you need depends on the surgery that was done. You may have to limit your activity until your shoulder strength and range of motion are back to normal. You may also be in a rehabilitation program (rehab).

Can a shoulder prosthesis become loose before surgery?

Sometimes a prosthesis can be become loose before that or develop another problem that may require a second or revision replacement. As shoulder replacement surgery is a major operation, general medical complications such as blood clot, stroke, pneumonia or heart difficulties can occur.

What kind of surgery did I have on my Shoulder?

I went back and forth on commenting on my recent shoulder surgery (labral repair, rotator cuff repair, A/C joint decompression). If you know me, attention is never my modus operandi, and using personal story is not something I come by comfortably.

How is day 3 of shoulder surgery recovery?

Day 3 Post-Op Shoulder Surgery Recovery: SHOWER DAY!!! Dry shampoo is fine and all (actually, it’s for the birds, and so is the pain), but showers are way better! Heaven. Even though Day 3 was spent sans pain meds, my head was still super foggy and heavy upon waking.

When do you need a sling for shoulder surgery?

Last updated on October 1, 2018 By Dan Baumstark, MSPT, CHT. Rotator cuff repairs, shoulder labral repairs, acromioplasty, humeral fractures, and other shoulder surgeries inevitably require the usage of a shoulder sling as a means of protecting the surgeon’s work and allowing early healing of the involved tissue.

How to take care of your shoulder after surgery?

To maximize your comfort and protect your shoulder while it is immobilized, look over at your surgical arm when you are lying down and check to see if you can see your elbow. If not, have someone place a few pillows underneath the back of your arm, between your arm and the bed or recliner.

Which is the best position for shoulder surgery?

The best position for most people with shoulder surgeries to sleep in is in a reclined position because it puts less strain on the shoulder joint and surrounding soft tissues. To get into a reclined position while in bed, bolster your lower back and mid back with a few pillows.

Can you sleep in a recliner after shoulder surgery?

The recliner allows you to lie down and rest without giving you the freedom to turn over. To maximize your comfort and protect your shoulder while it is immobilized, look over at your surgical arm when you are lying down and check to see if you can see your elbow.